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a c c e s s i s p o w e r 2022 updates agenda 01 02 03 04 05 06 Overview Digital Literacy Training New Programs Current State of Affairs Future Planning Closing  overview UNDERSTANDING THE LEGACY 26+ years of history in Austin Pioneering women in leadership roles A trusted resource for the community A champion for underserved populations Ana Sisnett on the cover of Austin Chronicle for Austin Free-Net, 2003 "Part of why we do what we do is to teach people about the pervasiveness of the technology, how it's in their lives whether they want it or not." - Ana Sisnett "Looking To The Future" Austin Chronicle, 2001  Partners and sponsors  overview TURNING A NEW LEAF Update the organization, honor the legacy Evolve with technology and the needs of our community Focus on our strengths Reach 3,000 community members digital literacy training Community needs during Pandemic Device acquisition Access Remote Learning AFN services through Pandemic Over 300 devices donated to AISD Senior Tech Program Remote learning Computer Lab Access . . Staff member, John Fierro, gets devices ready for AISD Digital Inclusion week 2021 Assisted COA with the DIW Art Poster Contest Created Digital Inclusion PSAs in partnership with Austin Public . Digital Inclusion week 2021 Hosted two panels with popular digital inclusion topics and panelist . Digital Inclusion week 2021 Hosted two panels with popular digital inclusion topics and panelist . digital literacy training Post Pandemic Planning Transition into remote, onsite and hybrid instruction Updated classes and workshops to reflect community interest and needs New programs to meet community needs and incentivize participation Return to Community Partner sites Add new partner sites New and Updated Classes and Workshops 2022 first quarter Google Suite Class - An introduction to Google Suite web applications like Gmail, Google Docs, and the Google Drive. Organize it, Online! - Fundamentals of digital productivity tools including digital calendars, Google tasks, Microsoft tasks, and more. Microsoft Office Class - An overview of all things Microsoft Office, like Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint. City of Austin Resources - An introduction to resources provided by the City of Austin for Austin residents. You've Got Mail! Digital Dating 101 - Learn all about love online. Online dating, dating applications, and navigating online dating world safely. Rapid Retrain Guide for Veterans - A brief introduction to veteran benefit applications, veteran employment opportunities and the Veteran's Rapid Retrain Assistance Program. Computer Fundamentals -Learn the basics of computers, the internet and safely navigating the digital realm. new programs Austin Free-Net’s Learn & Earn program is designed to increase community members' access to convenient and private digital devices while simultaneously educating participants on how to use those devices. A B O U T T H E P R O G R A M Clients in need of digital assistance are matched with trusted advisors who can help them navigate a digital goal. Digital goals can include: DEVICE ACQUISITION ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE INTERNET DEVELOPING RESUMES TELEHEALTH WORKFORCE ASSISTANCE clients a c c e s s i s p o w e r Volunteer Digital Navigators can help community members while strengthening the following skills: TUTORING GROUP INSTRUCTION CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY COMMUNICATION CULTURAL DIVERSITY AND AWARENESS volunteers a c c e s s i s p o w e r New and Updated Classes and Workshops Interested parties Google Fiber Tech4Troops.org Foundation Communities Del Valle Libraries The Dell Foundation Texas Capital Bank  current state of affairs CHALLENGES AND BARRIERS Skeleton crew Meeting current targets Securing adequate and appropriate funding austin free-net staff KATE THORNTON JESS ROSS AFN Program Manager Executive Director JOHN FIERRO AFN Lead Instructor current staffing Resources Volunteers - Computer lab assistance, funding, website management, Digital Navigators Austin Public Library Digital Navigators - Scheduled 3 days a week at the DeWitty for 1:1 client meetings, open office hours and live streaming events Americorps Members - Scheduled to be onsite August 2022 UT Students - Using their class project time to help us achieve funding and outreach goals average salaries for non-profit roles in austin PROGRAM MANAGER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR $88,556 annually $149,900 annually TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR $53,330 annually 43% below the city average 49% below the city average 14% below the city average The USD had an average inflation rate of 2.67% per year between 2016 and today, producing a cumulative price increase of 17.14%. A dollar today only buys 85.368% of what it did in 2016. positions needed at Austin Free-Net (2) DIGITAL LITERACY INSTRUCTORS $50,000 / each PROGRAM COORDINATOR $60,000 IT COORDINATOR $60,000 VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR $55,000 Filling these positions would bring AFN's employee count back to Pre-Pandemic operations BILINGUAL DIGITAL LITERACY INSTRUCTOR $55,000 service delivery - increase Able to afford a full staff and salary increases closer to Austin averages Expansion of programs and offerings back to pre-pandemic levels Executive Director will be able to dedicate time to obtaining adequate funding resources so that Austin Free-Net can stand on its own Serve thousands instead of hundreds Meet and exceed performance measures Set the groundwork for the organization to thrive beyond our current contract service delivery - no increase Limited expansion opportunities for classes, workshops, digital navigation services with possible delays in delivery due to our current bandwidth Ability to reach our current performance measures will be questionable Executive Director and Program Manager roles will continue to take on direct service tasks to close the staffing gap  future planning 2022 AND BEYOND Austin Free-Net aspires to be one of the most recognizable non-profit organizations in Austin.  future planning AUSTIN FREE-NET'S FUTURE GOALS Solidify our presence in the digital inclusion community at Net Inclusion 2023 (San Antonio) Secure continuous support from Big Tech in Austin for devices and funding represented zip codes Expand our services across the city with a focus on under Solidify our social media presence so we can reach more people Generate stable funding opportunities so that Austin Free-Net can become more independent and less reliant Assist a minimum of 3,000 community members annually  future planning HOW WE PLAN TO MEET FUTURE GOALS The more funding, the more impact Engaging Big Tech in Austin Using City Data to target underserved areas of Austin Working closer with Austin media outlets and social media platforms to get the word out  closing thank you!